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Boeing Has Delivered 100 Of Its Largest Variant Of The
Single-Aisle Airliner

The number of Boeing's Next-Generation 737-900ER (extended
range) flying reached 100 this week, with a delivery to
Tajikistan-based Somon Air. To date, the 737-900ER has logged 414
orders from 16 customers. The Next-Generation 737 family has
won orders for more than 6,000 airplanes and Boeing has delivered
more than 3,800.

Pilots And Volunteers Opening Their Hearts And Offering
Support

The Bahamas Habitat annual fund raising "Christmas Campaign" is
officially underway and will continue until the end of December,
according to John Armstrong, the organization's president.
“The Thanksgiving season is the perfect time to begin our
efforts because it reflects the gratitude that we all feel for the
blessing of being involved in this mission,” he
said

Asia’s Leading Lessor Buys First Embraer

Embraer and BOC Aviation, a Singapore-based aircraft leasing
company, have signed a contract for the sale of fifteen Embraer 190
aircraft (pictured in Air Canada livery). Deliveries are scheduled
from the fourth quarter of 2012 through 2014.

State-Funded Study Finds Puget Sound Has Strong Economic
Hand

Washington Governor Christine Gregoire (pictured) has commented
recently about an Aerospace Competitiveness Study commissioned by
the Washington Aerospace Partnership. Now, a report in the Renton
Reporter reveals some details which support the state's contention
that it remains the best location for construction of the new 737
MAX.

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OAG Unveils Analysis Of Fastest-Growing Aviation Markets

A report released Tuesday by aviation analyst OAG, reveals a
striking contrast of opportunities and challenges in two of the
world's fastest-growing travel markets, India and the Middle East.
With consistently growing demand for air travel, a surge in
aircraft orders, steadily increasing inbound tourism, spectacular
airport development plans and the enthusiasm of investors for the
sector, the Indian and Middle Eastern commercial aviation sectors
are expected to achieve overall annual growth of 9% and 10%
respectively for several years to come.

Seven Awards Bestowed Annually By The Industry
Organization

NATA has put out a call for nominations to acknowledge the
individuals, offices, and organizations demonstrating excellence in
their field and the highest level of customer service to the
general aviation community. Each year, NATA presents seven awards
to the exceptional individuals and companies that have helped to
improve the general aviation community.

Goal Is Building STEM Workforce For The Future

NASA's Office of Education will host the second Education
Stakeholders' Summit Nov. 29-Dec. 2 in Chantilly, VA. The summit's
theme is "An Innovative Solution for the STEM Workforce of
Tomorrow." A major conference focus will be the One Stop Shopping
Initiative (OSSI).

"The network of existing Boeing and supplier facilities
in Washington that support the 737 production are likely to provide
Boeing a faster return on its 737 MAX manufacturing investment
versus building brand new in-state or out-of-state assembly
facilities."
Source: Quoted from a report underwritten
by the state and conducted by Accenture, it concluded that the
productivity of Boeing's experienced workforce in the greater
Seattle area is an exclusive advantage -- the report was
cited in terference to questions about the future
location of Boeing's manufacturing of future 737 programs .

Any unauthorized intrusion onto a runway, regardless of whether
or not an aircraft presents a potential conflict. This is the
international standard, adopted by the International Civil Aviation
Organization.

National Coalition for Aviation
Education

The National Coalition for Aviation Education represents
government, industry, and labor; united to promote aviation
education activities and resources; increase public understanding
of aviation; and support educational initiatives at the local,
state, and national levels.